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Keeping workplace first aid skills current is an important part of maintaining a safe workplace. Many employers ask whether first aiders need an annual refresher, a three-year requalification course, or both. The short answer is that they serve different purposes. Is annual first aid refresher training mandatory? Annual refresher training is not generally a legal…

Choosing the right workplace first aid course can feel complicated, especially when you are comparing Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) with First Aid at Work (FAW). The right choice depends on your workplace risks, staffing, work patterns and first-aid needs assessment. What is Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)? Emergency First Aid at Work…

Allergy safety in schools is changing. From September 2026, schools in England will be working under strengthened allergy safety requirements introduced through the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Act 2026 and new Department for Education statutory guidance. Commonly referred to as Benedict’s Law, the changes are designed to create a more consistent approach to preventing, recognising…

First aid training gives workplace teams the knowledge and confidence to respond when someone is injured or becomes seriously unwell. A prepared response can protect people while professional help is on the way. Why workplace first aid matters Accidents and medical emergencies can happen in any organisation. Training helps employees recognise when someone needs urgent…

Workplace safety is changing as organisations respond to new risks, hybrid working patterns and higher expectations from employees and customers. Practical training remains central to preventing incidents and preparing people to act when something goes wrong. From compliance to everyday capability Effective health and safety training should be relevant to the real workplace, easy to…

The ABC approach is a simple way to structure a first aid assessment when someone is unwell or injured. It helps a first aider identify immediate life threats and decide what help is needed while emergency services are contacted. A is for airway Check whether the person’s airway is open. If they are unresponsive, follow…

Health and safety training is often discussed as a compliance requirement, but its value reaches much further. When people feel prepared, supported and able to work safely, it can strengthen trust, confidence and commitment across an organisation. How training supports retention It shows employees that their wellbeing is taken seriously. It gives people confidence to…

Slips, trips and falls are common workplace incidents, but many can be reduced through good housekeeping, sensible layouts and clear reporting. Prevention works best when everyone knows what to look for and feels able to raise concerns. Common causes of slips and trips Spills, wet floors or poor cleaning arrangements. Trailing cables, damaged flooring and…

Emergencies can make people rush, freeze or lose track of what to do next. Calm does not mean doing nothing; it means slowing the response down enough to follow the workplace procedure and protect people from further harm. A calm emergency response Pause briefly and check whether the area is safe. Raise the alarm and…

Working in hot conditions can lead to heat exhaustion and, in severe cases, heat stroke. Plan ahead, monitor conditions and act quickly if someone becomes unwell. Heat stroke can be life-threatening and needs urgent medical help. Reduce the risk in hot weather Provide cool drinking water and encourage regular hydration. Use shade, ventilation or rest…